Neon Nights Studio

Moniker

Society EN ↓ 52 episodes

Why do killers earn nicknames? Profilers and linguistic experts analyze the monikers given to criminals—Golden State Killer, Night Stalker, Zodiac—exploring how these names shape public perception, help or hinder investigations, and sometimes fuel the killer's ego.

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Neon Nights Studio

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Society

Latest episode

Oct 16, 2026

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Episodes

Linguistic Profiling: Decoding the Killer's Voice 20.08.2025

This episode explores the linguistic analysis of criminal nicknames and how they can provide insight into the killer's personality, motivations, and even their identity. We'll delve into case studies where linguistic experts have used the linguistic patterns and word choices in a killer's nickname to create psychological profiles and assist in investigations. We'll also examine how the evolution o...

The Power of a Name 13.08.2025

This episode delves into the origins and significance of criminal nicknames. We'll explore how these monikers are chosen, both by the killers themselves and by the media/public, and the psychological impact they can have. We'll examine case studies of infamous serial killers like the Zodiac and the Night Stalker to understand how their nicknames shaped the public's perception of them and potential...

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